Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Portland, OR
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Find therapy dogs in Portland, OR that you’ll love
344 therapy dogs are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Portland, OR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very experienced caregiver. I provide quality, compassionate
care. I'm experienced in Medication administration. Hospice care. Personal hygiene, Bath aid. 24 hour Care. Companion care, dementia care. transportation , physical therapy
CPR certified. with 20 years experience , as a caregiver. I feel that caregiving is my...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Danielle has been with me for just under a year, and I couldn't ask for a more caring, conscientious, and energetic person to help me. She knows when to provide social and emotional support and when to take care of household tasks. In other words, she fits into...
Steve P.
Hello, if you need cleaning services I can help you! I have experience in family homes and clothing stores, cleaning bathrooms, rooms, organization, cleaning surfaces, dusting, vacuuming, etc! If you want more information, contact me! :)
Maria can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Tyler G.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Pet Sitter/walker Looking To Branch Out And Hopefully Make A Living!
Hello! I'm currently a proud pet parent of 2(cat and dog) and I'm looking to expand my experience into a paying job. I've been working in the service industry for over 10 years now and I'd really like to start putting my time into something I really care about. Animals are my passion along with music. I've been caring for a blue...
Tyler can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tracy G.
Portland, OR
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Occasional Care For Children With Special Needs
I studied Graduate level Music Therapy in Ohio, and worked with children with various special needs during my pre-clinical session. I am very interested in caring for children with Autism/Aspergers, in particular. My father and nephew have both been diagnosed with AS. Using music as a way to ease transitions is a strength.
If...
Hi there! i'm a very responsible, compassionate and creative individual who has been working in social work and the service industry for about 8 years. with me, your requested services will be completed with the upmost diligence and treated with care. Personally, I work best when i'm organized and have proper communication on...
Hannah G.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently not offering childcare services.
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Alexis and I am a college graduate from Oregon State University who will be attending Physical Therapy school in the near future. I have been a babysitter/helper for families for over 4 years. I have been caring for and still care for the same kids since I started my babysitting gig. I am looking to expand my...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hailey W.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Hailey! I am 18 and a college student, and I am majoring in child psychology. I have around 2 years of experience working with kids who have autism and down syndrome, and I have six years of experience babysitting and nannying. Just recently I worked for a family with a 4-year-old kid who has down syndrome. I...
Jenna K.
Portland, OR
$23-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently working as a part-time preschool teacher and I have availability on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings as well as Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. I have many years of experience working with children including three years of preschool teaching, four summers at an overnight camp for kids of all ages,...
I'm Kristina,
I'm a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant). I decided working in healthcare isn't for me, and would much rather work for a local family.
In addition to my OT education, I've also have 2 years of experience as a teacher's assistant working primarily with students with intellectual disabilities. I'm...
Kehaunani H.
Portland, OR
$25-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a caregiver for a brain tumor patient for three years with three months of hospice care. I have worked in dementia care with clients who ambulated with cane and walker/rollator. I can provide medication management, personal care, light housekeeping, companionship, errands, walks, physical therapy support and transportation...
Kehaunani can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, transportation, errands
Tanisha A.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Tanisha. I currently own and operate my own Property Preservation and REO company that service most of Oregon and surrounding areas . We have been open for 3 years now. With my company I complete Ready to sell/ Rent and occupied services such as trash out, small home repairs, and full interior housecleaning...
Tanisha can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
I have always loved animals and have been around them majority of my life. I grew up with a friend who lived on a farm and I learned how to interact and care for animals early on. I have owned 2 cats myself and have been the primary caretaker for them. I have had to administer medicine to one of my cats and am more than willing...
Lauren can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Christa G.
Portland, OR
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello all! I have experience-well pretty much my whole life taking care of a variety of different animals. I have many stories growing up around farms and sometimes in them. I've cared for (to name a few) dogs, cats, birds; reptiles, amphibians, farm animals, and many more. I have always loved animals! I am open to basic...
Christa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
I have over 27 years experience in community-based care work, working with seniors and people with diverse abilities of all ages (I/DD). I have been both a professional hospice caregiver and a hospice volunteer, offering Reiki (energy healing) services and vigil services to those at the end of life.
In 2012, I earned my...
Troi can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Mia R.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experience working as a professional custodian through my colleges residential services for multiple years.
Mia can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Kelsey B.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have worked with children since I was in high school in which I babysat often. After College I have had a variety of work experiences with children of all ages. I worked at a residential treatment center for Children ages 7-12 for two years. I worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for teens at a drug and alcohol day...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years experience as a nanny, 4 years experience with acute senior caregiving. Comfortable with all aspects of personal care, oxygen management and Rx maintenance. The autonomy and privacy of my clients is always a priority- well-versed in working with a diverse population. I enjoy cooking/meal prep and...
Frances can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My experience is life experience. I've owned homes and hired people to help me when I was a busy mom and professional so running errands, household maintenance, supervising service providers, and house sitting is second nature to me. I'm semi retired and have time to help. I love to be of service and I'm responsible, reliable,...
No longer providing pet services
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Portland, OR
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Portland, OR?
To find a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Portland, OR?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Portland, OR is $21.94 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Portland, OR?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Portland, OR receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in Portland, OR help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Portland, OR, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.
Ratings for Portland, OR therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 143 reviews of the 344 listed therapy dogs.